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  • Cristina Gutierrez (ESP) / Sebastien Loeb (FRA), Team X44, with a puncture during the Sardinia on July 06, 2022

    What Is (And Isn't) Covered By Most Tire Warranties

    Tire warranties usually come with very strict rules that must be followed throughout the entire use life of the tire in order to qualify for a claim.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 hours ago Read More
  • A modified LT2 V8 engine in a Chevrolet C8 Corvette

    5 Crate Engines That Give You Serious Horsepower For Your Money

    Looking to improve your car's performance by swapping out the engine? These five crate engines will do the job ... and three of them cost under $10,000.

    By Dimitar Angelov 12 hours ago Read More
  • Mechanic opening power steering reservoir cap

    What Happens If You Overfill Power Steering Fluid

    Overfilling your car's power steering can have disastrous consequences. If you accidentally pour too much liquid, here's what can happen and how to fix it.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 days ago Read More
  • Promoted
    Grabber tire on a red SUV

    General Tire's Fall Promotion Saves You Even More Money On Long-Lasting Tires That Are Already Affordable

    Head into winter driving with confidence, and save some money along the way.

    By Zach Lisabeth 5 days ago Read More
  • A mechaninc checking a car's disc brake

    4 Brake Problems You Can Diagnose Just By Listening

    Even if you aren't a mechanic, there are ways you can tell there's something wrong with your vehicle. Here's what to listen for when you have brake problems.

    By Benjamin Gracias 6 days ago Read More
  • A pile of roller and ball bearing wheel bearings

    How To Tell If Your Wheel Bearings Are Going Bad By Sound

    Faulty wheel bearings is something that shouldn't be ignored as your safety could be at risk. Here's what it means if yours are making these sounds.

    By Paul Stadden 7 days ago Read More
  • A pair of wheel spacers shown with lug nuts and lug bolts

    Why Did Car Manufacturers Switch From Lug Nuts To Lug Bolts?

    Carmakers constantly tweak designs to cut costs or improve on how a component works. Why have some of them started using lug bolts instead of studs and nuts?

    By Richard Sachek 7 days ago Read More
  • Dirty coolant expansion tank

    Why Your Car's Radiator Fluid Turns This Color (And What It Means)

    Sometimes it can go unnoticed, but if your car's radiator fluid changes color, it's best not to ignore it. Here's everything you need to know.

    By Chloe Clougher 8 days ago Read More
  • Toyota's 4A-GE engine

    Toyota Will Build New, Improved Engine Blocks And Heads For Classic AE86 Corolla

    These will be the biggest and most sophisticated parts Toyota has offered to date, with a number of upgrades over the originals.

    By Justin Hughes 10 days ago Read More
  • Nissan GT-R with V6 engine

    What Makes V6 Engines Sound So Different From V8s?

    The V6 versus V8 debate rages on, but we do know is that each produces enchanting exhaust notes thanks to a complex symphony of engineering.

    By Benjamin Gracias 12 days ago Read More
  • Mechanic drains the automatic transmission fluid from a car

    Should You Change Your Transmission Fluid Yourself?

    Like changing your vehicle's oil, your transmission fluid shouldn't be ignored. However, should you do it yourself? Here's what you need to know.

    By Abigail Longstreth 13 days ago Read More
  • Hand on automatic shifter

    5 Signs Your Car's Automatic Transmission Might Be Failing

    While a healthy engine is important, without a transmission, your vehicle isn't going anywhere. Here are the tell-tale signs yours is going out of commission.

    By Chloe Clougher 14 days ago Read More
  • Person holding steering wheel

    5 Reasons Why Your Steering Wheel Might Vibrate At Highway Speeds

    If your car's steering wheel is vibrating while driving on the highway, it's something that shouldn't be ignored. Here are the most common culprits.

    By Nishant Jayaram 16 days ago Read More
  • The catalytic converter under a modern gas car

    How To Tell If Your Catalytic Converter Is Clogged (Before It's Too Late)

    Replacing a catalytic converter is an expensive proposition, so keep an eye out for the signs of a clogged or dysfunctional cat to keep your car running right.

    By Alvin Reyes 16 days ago Read More
  • A technician holds a voltage tester above a car battery

    Do Trickle Chargers Actually Extend A Battery's Life?

    You've probably heard that a trickle charger is great when your vehicle won't be driven for an extended time. But do they make your battery last longer, too?

    By Abigail Longstreth 17 days ago Read More
  • Gloved hand holding a car fuel filter

    How Often Do You Need To Change Your Car's Fuel Filter?

    It's easy to overlook fuel filter replacements, but depending on your car make and model, it may be due for a new fuel filter to keep it running.

    By B. L. Johnson 22 days ago Read More
  • Ford F150 truck

    The 5 Things To Know Before Doing An EGR Delete

    Are you thinking about doing an EGR delete on your truck? Before you do, it's important to know the legal and performance aspect of the modification.

    By Nishant Jayaram 22 days ago Read More
  • A white Ford Falcon station wagon with its hood open and wires coming out of its driver's window

    The World's Simplest EV Conversion Takes Less Than A Day

    The mad geniuses over at Garbage Time have done it again, welding a garage door motor to the differential of a Ford Falcon.

    By Amber DaSilva 24 days ago Read More
  • Silver truck tailgate covered in various bumper stickers

    How To Remove Bumper Stickers From Your Car (Without Damaging The Paint)

    Stuck with an old bumper sticker? With removal methods that use heat, cold, solvents, or straight-edged tools, you won't have to sacrifice your paint job.

    By Charles Krome 29 days ago Read More
  • A differential draining fluid into a drain pan with an oil filter sticking out it, against a backdrop of a garage with silver parked car

    How Often Do You Need To Change Differential Fluid?

    Knowing when to service your differential is essential to getting the best performance out of your vehicle, and the answer may depend on your driving habits.

    By Paul Stadden 29 days ago Read More
  • A photo of the EPA fuel economy rating of my 2017 Mini Cooper S

    Why Is City MPG Usually Worse Than Highway MPG?

    Of course, it all comes down to physics.

    By Logan K. Carter 30 days ago Read More
  • manual-swapped R230 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG

    This Manual-Swapped Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Will Make You Actually Want An R230

    Including the cost of the car, you're looking at about $40,000 all-in for this manual swap.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • a front three quarters shot of the green and white Nissan Titan/ International Scout build parked on grass in front of trees

    This Custom Nissan Titan Made To Look Like An International Scout Is An Automotive Abomination

    If you have the time and the know-how, or more realistically the disposable income, you can do virtually anything with a car. That doesn't mean you should.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • A car's camshaft and lifters

    How To Make Noisy Lifters Quiet (And Keep Them That Way)

    Noisy lifters can wreak havoc on your car and annoy you endlessly. Instead of ignoring them, there are ways to keep them quiet without having to replace them.

    By Richard Sachek 1 month ago Read More
  • a blue Land Rover Defender 110 parked on grass with its air suspension lifted

    The Pros And Cons Of Air Suspension

    Air suspension systems have come a long way in recent years, infiltrating the mainstream automotive market after being a niche option on ultra-luxury vehicles.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • A Weiand roots blower/supercharger on top of a Ford flathead V8 with Offenhauser heads and a Holley carburetor

    The Differences Between Centrifugal, Roots, And Twin-Screw Superchargers

    Superchargers can take a vehicle's performance to another level. Here's a breakdown of the differences between centrifugal, roots, and twin-screw superchargers.

    By Paul Stadden 1 month ago Read More
  • A car parked inside a garage

    Can Oil Go Bad Just Sitting In Your Engine?

    You don't drive much, so you don't rack up miles. Or you've been out of town, so your car sat in the garage. Will the oil still be good when you drive again?

    By Chino Ortiz 1 month ago Read More
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